And there ought to be more people in it; for the responsibility always falls more lightly when there are several to share it.
Dr. Stockmann.
[Calmly.] In one word, gentlemen—what is it you want?
Aslaksen.
Mr. Hovstad can best——
Hovstad.
No, you explain, Aslaksen.
Aslaksen.
Well, it’s this: now that we know how the matter really stands, we believe we can venture to place the People’s Messenger at your disposal.
Dr. Stockmann.